Strength Training:

Cardiovascular Health:

How Much to Do

What Type to Perform

How to Maximize Fat Loss while Improving your Health

Nutrition:

Meal Plans to Fit your Lifestyle

What to Eat on the Go

Strategies to Succeed

I have been going to Lucas Therapies on and off for years. I have been treated for tendonitis of my elbow and for shoulder pain. I recently turned 60 years old and I like to run outdoors but I was continually having issues with my leg muscles, preventing me from running on a regular basis. I met with Wendy Lucas and she treated my leg problems but more importantly, she explained to me what needed to be done to keep me from reinjuring my legs.

It turns out that I wasn't getting proper hydration before running, I wasn't stretching properly and my leg muscles were weak. So I met with Cris Edmonds, the personal trainer at Lucas Therapies and he devised a leg work out specifically for me. I have been running on a regular basis with no leg muscle issues thanks to Lucas Therapies. My strength is at an all-time high and I feel wonderful thanks to the Physical Therapy, Personal Training and Nutritional Plan.

- Bob (Salem, Virginia)

After working 4 months with Cris Edmonds I am not having to rely on pain meds and creams as I had to before. I can now do everyday things like getting in and out of the care effortlessly and steering the car with ease without shoulder pain. I can get a cup or plate our of the cabinet again and I can even reach into the washer now to retrieve clothes.

I could not do these daily activities before working with Cris. He knows his business. I can ask questions about pains and the body and he answers simply and concisely. Cris is also good to adapt what he has me doing when he sees I am not ready for that exercise just yet. I am looking forward to these next 8 months to see where I will be with his guidance.

- Karen (Salem, Virginia)

I started working with Cris Edmonds to prepare me to play College Softball at Concord University and let's just say he more than had me ready to go when I arrived on Campus as a Freshman. I started 37 out of 40 games as a true freshman with a batting average of .248 with 3 Homeruns. He also helped me with my meal planning and supplementation needs to recover from the long practices and grueling game schedule. I look forward to coming back home this summer to prepare for next season with him.

- Abby (Roanoke, Virginia)

Personal Training Contact

Cris Edmonds

Wellness Director, CPT

Cris graduated from Roanoke College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. From there Cris worked in the corporate gym world as a personal trainer and fitness manager for 10 years before accepting the Wellness Director position with Lucas Therapies. Cris works with a variety of clients at Lucas Therapies from Division 1 and Professional athletes to stay at home moms and weekend warriors. Cris also has extensive experience in working with elderly clients and special populations. Cris specializes in body modification and cardiovascular health. Cris loves helping people reach their goals of being more active, reducing bodyfat and gaining lean muscle tissue. Give Cris a call and see how he can transform your body and your life through fitness!

Dana Ray

Exercise Physiologist, CPT

Dana is a graduate from Radford University with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise, Sport Health and Education. She has been an Exercise Physiologist with Lucas Physical Therapies since 2012. Her most recent achievement is obtaining her certification in Personal Training through National Academy of Sports Medicine. She is very passionate about helping others recover and achieve their goals. Dana uses her uplifting spirit to encourage and motivate the people around her. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time at church and reading. She is also obsessed with cats and currently has two.